Poetic Inspiration

Accidental Poet



 

 

The Pencil's Tale - a story that everyone should hear.

 

 

There are many teachers

To teach you how to write poetry

In books, videos and schools

All endeavors so worthy

 

But I’m not a teacher

 Just a poet who loves to write

A poet who looks for inspiration

In everything in sight

 

I’ll not tell you how to write

As I’m not qualified to teach

But rather inspire you

Deep within for you to reach

 

It’s your talent to compose

That I wish to inspire

The gift you already own

To encourage your inner fire

 

Writing poetry gets better with time

The more you read, the more you’ll write

Like finding your way through the darkness

Into the poetic light

 

Poetry feeds upon itself

Once you start you can’t stop

When the words begin to flow

You may need to edit or crop

 

You’ll find your own style

When it fits you like a glove

You’ll feel the pride

With what you wrote thereof

 

It’s all up to you

You and your inner Muse

Occasionally, writer’s block

Might make you feel like a recluse

 

 But keep writing

The poet in you is there

The words will come to you

Even if you don’t know from where

 

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Comments5

  • Bella Shepard

    This poem is priceless dear friend, expertly written by one who loves the craft. I couldn't help but smile my way through the beautifully written stanzas as you encourage, inspire and welcome all. Loved the video as well. A thousand fav's, extraordinary!

    • Accidental Poet

      Thank you Bella. I'm sure you know how sometimes these poems come on like they wrote themselves, well that's how this one came along. 😁

      • Bella Shepard

        So very glad it did!!!

      • orchidee

        Good write AP.
        Now for me next write: Mad Adventure No. 784736388 of KP and I. lol.

        • Accidental Poet

          I'm waiting patiently Orchi, very patiently. 🙄

        • GenXer Shamrocker ☘️

          There’s a powerful, powerful and much needed message here. AP; this is a beautiful write. I hope this reaches everyone young and old and teaches them to never give up and to keep marching on! Love it!!!!!!

        • Alan R

          Poetry feeds upon itself, so true!

          • Accidental Poet

            Thanks for reading and commenting Alan. 😊👍

          • Goldfinch60

            So very true AP, my inspiration comes from the life I see in this world.

            Andy

            • Accidental Poet

              Sometimes we can't help but see the negativity in this world, but if we can still find something to be inspired and positive about we are much better for it. Thanks for reading Andy. 😊👍



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